| Author | Message | ||
     Smac |
I used to be spoiled...anytime I needed Buell parts, I'd take a short ride to American Sportbike to see Al & bring my parts home with me that day. I've since moved back to Michigan to be closer to family. I'm do for an oil change & thought I'd run up to my local HD shop (where I used to by my Buell parts) & pickup the parts that I'll need. (1) Gasket, Clutch Cover - $7.37/each (1) Gasket, Inspection Cover - $3.95/each (6) O-ring - $1.95/each (6 to have extra) Total cost $23.26 They no longer stock the gaskets but their sister dealership has them in stock. I will have to come back next week to pick them up. For comparison, American Sportbike prices: (1) Gasket, Clutch Cover - $5.18/each (1) Gasket, Inspection Cover - $2.25/each (6) O-ring - $0.95/each Total cost $13.13 HD prices are nearly DOUBLE! When I asked why the o-rings are nearly $2 a piece, the parts lady laughed and said cuz they are Harley. Before I went to the HD shop, I was going to buy online from American Sportbike, but Al is no longer able to carry the Formula+, so I figured I had to go the dealer anyways. Even if you factor in shipping cost, it would still be cheaper....now I have to make a 2nd trip the dealer that is about 15 miles away. When I return to pickup my parts, I'm gonna buy a case of Formula+ so I never have to go back for a LONG TIME...will be sure to order everything else from Al. Just thought I'd pass the info along & give props to Al! | ||
| Natexlh1000 |
I have always reused the primary gaskets unless I saw damage on there. Also, take one of those O-rings to your local Lowes/home depot. They sell them in 10 packs for $3. My local dealer was trying to sell me those O-rings for $5 each. EACH. WTF?! (That's why I went to home depot) | ||
| Teeps |
Natexlh1000 Posted on Friday, April 18, 2014 - I have always reused the primary gaskets Me too. | ||
| Uly_man |
"I have always reused the primary gaskets. Me too" And me. Clutch Cover and Inspection Cover gasket that is. Unlike other parts you will see any problem and not a "critical part" either. All dealers charge a higher price for basic parts. It is how they make there money. (Message edited by uly_man on April 19, 2014) |
